AC6679 - Management of Acute and Chronic Neurological Conditions

In this module you will explore the normal anatomy and physiology of the nervous system before applying this knowledge to the altered pathophysiology of acute and long term neurological conditions. Topics will include traumatic brain injury, brain and spinal tumours, stroke, infections, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and motor neurone disease. You will learn the value and application of comprehensive neurological assessment, investigations and effective management of patients with neurological conditions. The importance and focus of contextualised interprofessional working and the scope of health care provision for neurological conditions within different health care settings will be integral to the module, including the psychological impact on both patients and their families.

We will be using the universal design for learning (UDL) principles so that all learning is inclusive, and transformative for all, with multiple means of engagement through online and face to face lectures, seminars, and workshops. We will encourage active participation in the learning process, allowing students to express their learning needs through peer and group discussions. As health care professionals you will apply what is taught in the university to your practice setting and we will encourage you to share your own expertise and debate practice issues to enable you to make evidence based recommendations to influence the care provided to patients with neurological conditions. You will be expected to make active use of the Electronic Learning Portal (eLP) which will give you the flexibility between taught sessions to access module information remotely.

We will be using the universal design for learning (UDL) principles so that all learning is inclusive, and transformative for all, with multiple means of engagement through online and face to face lectures, seminars, and workshops. We will encourage active participation in the learning process, allowing students to express their learning needs through peer and group discussions. As health care professionals you will apply what is taught in the university to your practice setting and we will encourage you to share your own expertise and debate practice issues to enable you to make evidence based recommendations to influence the care provided to patients with neurological conditions. You will be expected to make active use of the Electronic Learning Portal (eLP) which will give you the flexibility between taught sessions to access module information remotely.

You will be supported by the module leader who has extensive experience in the delivery of specialised neurological care and maintains close links with practice areas in the region. You will be supported by the module team at the scheduled timetabled group sessions at university with formative feedback provided throughout the delivery and you will be encouraged to access individual tutorials for the summative assessment. Specialist lecturers and practitioners will deliver specific sessions and will also be available to support your learning. You will be able to access both library and student support services for study skills support as required through the eLP, helpline and email enquiry services, details of which will be available in the module site. You will be able to contact the module lead in person, by email or phone and through blackboard. Skills Plus and the University Library’s collection of online learning materials can be used to support the development of your academic skills. The University Libraries at both Coach Lane Campus and City Campus offer an extensive collection of material, both hard copy and electronic, access to international databases and training in information retrieval. Further support for your learning is provided with a 24-hour IT Helpline, a comprehensive range of services through the Student Support and Wellbeing Team and the University’s student portal, which gives help and advice on student enquiries such as disability, faith, counselling, mental health support, finance, assessments, and welfare issues. You can access these services via email on your student portal, by telephone or through the help desk staff based within university libraries. All support will be also in line with any Student Accessibility Plan (SAP).

You will be supported by the module leader who has extensive experience in the delivery of specialised neurological care and maintains close links with practice areas in the region. You will be supported by the module team at the scheduled timetabled group sessions at university with formative feedback provided throughout the delivery and you will be encouraged to access individual tutorials for the summative assessment. Specialist lecturers and practitioners will deliver specific sessions and will also be available to support your learning. You will be able to access both library and student support services for study skills support as required through the eLP, helpline and email enquiry services, details of which will be available in the module site. You will be able to contact the module lead in person, by email or phone and through blackboard. Skills Plus and the University Library’s collection of online learning materials can be used to support the development of your academic skills. The University Libraries at both Coach Lane Campus and City Campus offer an extensive collection of material, both hard copy and electronic, access to international databases and training in information retrieval. Further support for your learning is provided with a 24-hour IT Helpline, a comprehensive range of services through the Student Support and Wellbeing Team and the University’s student portal, which gives help and advice on student enquiries such as disability, faith, counselling, mental health support, finance, assessments, and welfare issues. You can access these services via email on your student portal, by telephone or through the help desk staff based within university libraries. All support will be also in line with any Student Accessibility Plan (SAP).

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

Knowledge & Understanding:
1. You will be expected to understand the principle structures of the nervous system and their physiological function.
2. You will critically explore the complex pathophysiology underpinning acute and chronic neurological conditions.
3. You will critically examine the management of patients with neurological conditions.

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
4. You will critically analyse the contemporary evidence underpinning the care delivery and management of neurological conditions.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA)

5. You will appreciate the key attributes of complex neurological issues and apply theory to practice settings.

Knowledge & Understanding:
1. You will be expected to understand the principle structures of the nervous system and their physiological function.
2. You will critically explore the complex pathophysiology underpinning acute and chronic neurological conditions.
3. You will critically examine the management of patients with neurological conditions.

Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
4. You will critically analyse the contemporary evidence underpinning the care delivery and management of neurological conditions.

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA)

5. You will appreciate the key attributes of complex neurological issues and apply theory to practice settings.

Formative assessment

Formative assessment will take place during scheduled sessions and informed by engagement in learning activities including formal student presentations on a chosen acute and chronic neurological condition. You will have assessment preparation to prepare for this group presentation and it will inform the summative assessment. Feedback will be provided by the module tutor and your peers (MLO 1-5).

Summative assessment

The summative assessment strategy is designed to ensure that you have the knowledge to recognise, and provide appropriate care for patients with a chosen neurological condition. This will be achieved by digital submission of a 3000 word case study discussing the pathophysiology of the chosen neurological condition, and a critical exploration of the evidence base for its management. Feedback will be given electronically and will include development advice for future academic work (MLO 1-5).